Antagonistic Muscles – Examples, Function, Exercises

Antagonistic muscles are muscle groups that work in opposition and control movement around the same joint. Regular and systematic training of antagonistic muscles can reduce the risk of strength imbalances, while also improving motor function and physique. How does antagonistic muscle function work? What are some examples of antagonistic muscle pairs? What does training for opposing muscle groups look like, and is it worth practicing?

Natalia Goździak

Master of dietetics, specialist in dietoprophylaxis and dietotherapy

Copywriter - dietitian. She completed her bachelor's degree in sports dietetics at the Academy of Physical Education in Poznań, while her master's degree in dietoprophylaxis and dietotherapy - at the UP in Poznań. She treats the principles of healthy eating primarily as valuable tips, not rigorous regulations, that must be strictly followed. Privately, she is passionate about photography, which cannot imagine life without books.